買い物
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Noun meaning the act of purchasing goods. Often used with verbs like 『する』 (suru, 'to do') to form 『買い物する』 (kaimono suru, 'to shop').
Theme
On a weekend, User and their roommate Mika are planning their day and discussing whether to go shopping or stay home.
買い物
かいもの
shopping
Everyday Life & SurvivalShopping & Money Use
Memory Hook
Think of 'kai-mono' (買い物) as 'buying things' — 'kai' from 『買う』 (kau, 'to buy') and 'mono' meaning 'things'. It's your shopping spree!
Cultural Note
Shopping is a popular activity in Japan, from department stores to local markets. Phrases like 『買い物に行く』 (kaimono ni iku, 'go shopping') are common in daily conversation.
Forms
Base: 買い物Noun meaning the act of purchasing goods. Often used with verbs like 『する』 (suru, 'to do') to form 『買い物する』 (kaimono suru, 'to shop').